I am curious, adventurous, lifelong learner, pragmatic, and easy going yet grounded. I am fairly balanced and calm in life with deep connection to both people and nature. My hobbies and interests are gardening (flowers and vegetables), cooking, backyard birding (especially fond of blue jays and bald eagles), long distance drives or travelling by trains, Japanese gardens, outdoors and cozy downtimes with a book, music, or naps, and history to name a few. I value family, friends, and furry companions.